1. to resolve or reach an agreement about something
2. to establish one’s home in a new place
3. to become calm or quiet

1. long wooden benches with high backs and arms

Examples

• The judge settles the dispute between the neighbors.
• Our family settles in a new town every few years.
• The baby finally settles down for her nap.
• He settles his credit card bill each month.
• Dust settles on the furniture when we’re away.
• The old church has wooden settles along the walls.
• She settles into her favorite chair with a book.
• The medication settles her stomach after meals.